Michigan doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all state law that mandates food handler certification. But here’s the catch: local health departments and employers across the state often require it. So, while it may not be statewide law, you’ll likely need food handler training to work in food service—especially in restaurants, catering, and grocery prep areas.

 Pretty much everywhere food is being handled. Some of the busiest food service regions include:

• Detroit & Metro Detroit

• Grand Rapids

• Ann Arbor

• Lansing

• Flint

• Kalamazoo

• Traverse City

• Marquette

From downtown diners to casino buffets to food trucks near the Upper Peninsula lakeshore, FHC® is accepted throughout Michigan.

If you work in or with any of the following, there’s a strong chance your boss (or inspector) expects food handler certification:

• Full-service and quick-service restaurants

• Bars, lounges, and grills

• Resorts, hotels, and lodges

• Casinos and racetracks (horse or motor)

• Grocery stores, delis, and convenience stores

• Movie theaters, amusement parks, and sports venues

• Catering operations and food trucks

• School cafeterias and daycare kitchens

• Culinary training labs and student-run kitchens

Bottom line: if you're touching food, utensils, or anything food touches—you need to know how to do it safely.

Yes, 100%. FHC® is an ANAB-accredited training program that aligns with standards recognized by Michigan’s food industry employers and local health departments. Employers look for it. Inspectors respect it.

Completely online. Totally flexible. You sign up, complete the training at your own pace, take the test, and get your downloadable certificate immediately. You can do it all on your phone, tablet, or computer—even during a lunch break.

Your FHC certificate is valid for 3 years from the date you pass. It’s a good idea to keep it handy—some counties or employers might ask you to renew sooner.

Just $7 for full access to the course and certificate. No hidden fees. No paperwork hassle. No in-person testing. Just quick, affordable food safety training.

You probably do. Whether you’re in a hospitality program in Ann Arbor or attending a community college in Flint, most instructors and externship sites require food safety certification before placing you in a working kitchen. FHC® is an ideal, budget-friendly option.

Food safety matters in school kitchens too. K-12 cafeteria workers, childcare staff, and college dining hall teams often need this training. FHC® covers the essentials in a way that’s fast, clear, and compliant.